Tablas Island is the largest of the three provincinal Islands of Romblon. The two other islands are Sibuyan Island and Romblon Island. Tablas is deeply indented by Looc Bay, in the southern part of the island. Odiongan is the island's major port and largest population center (50000 locals). Tablas is administratively subdivided into the municipalities of Alcantara, Calatrava, Ferrol, Looc, Odiongan, San Agustin, San Andres, Santa Fe, and Santa Maria. Tablas is relatively undeveloped with only light industry. The main livelihood of its residents is rice farming and fishing. Tablas Island is also rich in mineral resources. Given the island's wealth of natural attractions, Tablas is fast in becoming a popular tourist destination. The natural tressure of Tablas include caves, lush forests, tropical beaches, hidden caves and deserted islets. Tablas Island is home to the world famous Looc Fish Sanctuary. Located at the center of Looc Bay, the fish sanctuary host’s diverse species of tropical reef fishes, hard and soft corals, sea grass beds, marine turtles, octopuses, eels and seabirds.
